Cataract FAQs

How do I know if I have a cataract?

The most important step is to visit your eye doctor so that he or she can evaluate your vision. This exam will generally include vision tests, an eye exam, and a review of your medical history to uncover any other vision problems you may have. If you are found to have cataracts, there are many surgical options to remove the clouded lenses and restore your vision that we specialize in here at Vance Thompson Vision.

What should I know before cataract surgery?

Some eyes take longer than others to grow accustomed to multifocal lenses. The potential exists for problems with halos and glare (particularly at night). However, such problems have been limited and usually improve over time. Patients experiencing these difficulties still tend to experience better vision than they did prior to having the lens implanted. When considering cataract surgery, it is important to go to a center that offers several implant options and can discuss which options best match your lifestyle. At Vance Thompson Vision, we offer a full menu of lens implant options for distance vision and near vision functioning. Another important thing to consider is that centers ability to fine tune your vision after your surgery.